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How Nurse Sharks Work
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Nurse sharks are mellow, sluggish sharks that hover above the ocean floor. See why nurse sharks don't have that much in common with great whites.
How Dehumidifiers Work
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A dehumidifier draws humidity out of the air. Find out how a dehumidifier works.
How the Patriot Act Works
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The Patriot Act was created to strengthen domestic security and prevent terrorism. Learn about the Patriot Act and find out why the Patriot Act is controversial.
How Bioluminescence Works
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Bioluminescence is an organism's ability to produce light through a chemical reaction. Learn about bioluminescence and how bioluminescent organisms produce light.
Why do trans fat and saturated fat get such a bad rap?
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Trans fat and saturated fat get a bad rap because they raise your cholesterol. Learn which foods have trans fat and saturated fat and how to avoid them.
Why doesn't the FDA regulate herbal supplements?
Why doesn't the FDA regulate herbal supplements? Learn the benefits and dangers of herbs and why they aren't currently regulated by the FDA.
How Reincarnation Works
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Reincarnation is the concept that the soul, or some aspect of the soul, is reborn into new lives. Learn about the concept of reincarnation in Eastern religion.
How CVTs Work
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CVTs were first conceived more than 500 years ago and are now found in some cars. Learn about CVTs, continuously variable transmissions, and types of CVTs.
How Electronic Payment Works
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If you've ever bought anything online, you're probably familiar with electronic payment. Find out more about electronic payment at HowStuffWorks.
How Zombies Work
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Even if you've never seen a zombie movie, you probably know something about the walking dead. But did you know that zombies have their roots in folklore and -- according to some researchers -- in real events in Haiti?